Canon 50mm f/0.95 Bayonet Lens for 7/7S Rangefinder Converted to Leica M-Mount, Black/Chrome Review

This is a converted vintage Canon 50mm f/0.95 lens, originally designed for Canon's 7 and 7S rangefinder cameras and adapted to Leica M-mount. The f/0.95 maximum aperture makes it one of the fastest 50mm lenses ever produced, offering exceptional low-light capability and razor-thin depth of field for portraiture and available-light shooting. As a used, converted item sold in bargain condition by KEH, it represents a way into rare glass at a fraction of what collectors typically pay, though buyers should expect cosmetic wear and potential optical issues commensurate with bargain grading. The conversion allows use on modern Leica M-mount cameras, including digital bodies, though rangefinder coupling accuracy and corner performance on digital sensors can vary with vintage glass. At this price point, it sits between affordable vintage 50mm options and premium modern equivalents, appealing to those who prioritize character and speed over clinical sharpness.